The Roman Emperor Whose Wife Refused To Save Him When He Was Buried Alive
You might think that once you become emperor, it would make a lot of your problems disappear, and that's true -- but only up to a point, because family.
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This Is Widely Considered To Be The First Musical Performed On Broadway
The origins of the first Broadway musical is a matter of some debate. There is one production, however, that its widely considered to be the first.
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The Myth Surrounding The 1862 Death Of Baseball's First Superstar, Jim Creighton
Jim Creighton is considered baseball's first real superstar, though he died prematurely. This is the biggest myth surrounding Creighton's 1862 death.
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Why The Megalodon Has Earned The Title Of 'Hyper Apex Predator'
There are those creatures revealed to us by the fossil record that might well cause wee humans to gasp in amazement and shudder in terror, from land and sea.
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The Vampire Of Düsseldorf Peter Kürten Was Granted Seconds Of His Final Meal Before Execution
For those nations that practice capital punishment, a condemned prisoner is sometimes allowed a final meal -- sometimes elaborate, sometimes even repetitive.
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The Bizarre Conspiracy That Says Charlemagne Never Existed
Keeping track of a schedule on a shared calendar is hard enough, but what if whole chunks of history never happened? Don't worry -- entertaining, but not true.
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British Politician Sir Oswald Mosley's Disturbing Descent Into Fascism
On a personal level, Sir Oswald Mosley was never a pillar of integrity, and he slowly drifted toward fascism. Here's his disturbing transformation.
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Chickens' Earlobes Contain A Hidden Message About The Eggs They Lay
People who consume chickens, or chicken eggs, have a favorite way to prepare a favorite part of the bird -- but did you ever think about their earlobes?
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Patti LaBelle: From Childhood To The Godmother Of Soul
Patti LaBelle doesn't just sing — she owns the stage. She's also an author and a phenomenal cook. Here is her journey from childhood to the Godmother of Soul.
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The Unexpected Fruit That Is Used To Create Stabbing Sound Effects
Violence in dramatic presentations on film and TV doesn't actually involve real weapons, real fisticuffs, real damage -- at least, we hope not. But the sound?
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What Is A Prescribed Burn, And How Can It Actually Prevent Extreme Wildfires?
Fire is one of those things that's genuinely helpful for survival -- warmth in a cold environment, cooking food, signaling -- unless it's out of control.
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Where Does The Myth Of Storks Delivering Babies Come From?
The idea that a long-beaked bird is the source of human newborns is a quaint story that may or may not still get traction today, but where did it originate?
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Ernest Hemingway Made An Odd Request After Ava Gardner Swam In His Pool
When actress Ava Gardner swam naked in Ernest Hemingway's pool, Hemingway asked for the water not to be emptied. Here's the story of their friendship.
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The Lethal History Of The World's Deepest Cave, Veryovkina Cave
Although scaling mountains might get more media coverage and more readily capture public attention, going deep underground has its own charms -- and dangers.
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The True Story Of A Chemist With The Bizarre Habit Of Tasting Chemicals He Worked With
A chemist named Carl Wilhelm Scheele had a bizarre habit of tasting the chemicals he worked with, and the result wasn't always pretty.
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What Is The World's Rarest Stamp?
What is the most unusual postage stamp out there? Laypeople and philatelists alike will be interested to know about the rarest stamp in existence.
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Where Interview With The Vampire Author Anne Rice Is Buried
Writer Anne Rice is best known for "Interview with the Vampire." Learn more about the final resting place of the beloved bestselling author.
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The Biggest Doping And Abuse Scandals To Hit The Sports World
From Lance Armstrong's doping scandal to Larry Nassar's sex abuse case, the sports world has had its share of infamous moments. Here are some of the biggest.
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Famous Athletes Who Played Through Serious Injuries
While most athletes play with some sort of injury, there are some performances that are defining, such as these 12, who pushed through their pain to compete.
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The Twisted History Of The Scientific Revolution
The Scientific Revolution was one of humanity's most formative eras, but it wasn't all roses. Here's a look at the twisted history of the Scientific Revolution.
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How John Wayne Gacy Inspired At Least One Murder
It could be argued that the present day's easy access to all manner of information, both positive and not, has created opportunities for copycat crimes.
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A Complete Timeline Of Ticketmaster's Rise To Power
How did a ticketing system designed to make our lives more convenient become a financial burden? Here is a complete timeline of Ticketmaster's rise to power.
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How Murderer Lawrence Brewer Ended Death Row Meal Requests For The State Of Texas
Last death row meal requests ended in the state of Texas in 2011.
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Why The Paranormal Legend Of Mel's Hole Just Won't Die
Some legends fascinate in a way that never ends, same as some human dreams never fade. Here's why the paranormal legend of Mel's Hole just won't die.
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Meet Georgia Gilmore: The Cook Who Fed The Civil Rights Movement
The Civil Rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s is filled with memorable names. But one name you might not have heard of is Georgia Gilmore,
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Where Did Ice Sculpting Originate?
The practice of ice-sculpting has an interesting past. Learn more about the history of the culinary version, as well as outdoor creations in colder climates.
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The Portugal Museum Dedicated Entirely To Soccer Legend Cristiano Ronaldo
Without a doubt, Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the most famous and beloved soccer players alive today. He also has a Portugal museum dedicated to him.
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